Supply Chain Inventory Management
Resume:
Tim Holt
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LINKEDIN Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/tim-holt-49871855 Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented operations leader with 27+ years of experience driving operational excellence and profitability within warehouse, distribution, and logistics environments. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, optimize processes, implement cost-saving initiatives, and manage complex projects. Expertise in P&L management, budget control, inventory management, supply chain optimization, and regulatory compliance. Adept at building strong relationships with stakeholders and exceeding business objectives. Seeking a Director or Manager of Operations role where I can leverage my expertise to contribute to organizational success. Experience
Aalberts Surface Technologies Plant Manager Oct 2023 – Present
• Spearheaded cost reduction initiatives, resulting in a 41% decrease in supply and replacement part expenses.
• Revamped Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions, leading to a 34.8% increase in productivity.
• Established and launched a new QA lab for metallurgical testing, including equipment procurement, procedure development, and operational readiness.
• Oversaw the refurbishment project of the facility, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Implemented 5S and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
The Kroger Corporation Manager, Frozen Foods Division Sept 2022 – Oct 2023
• Managed frozen food inventory, ordering, and stocking, reducing overstock issues by 50%.
• Optimized inventory control processes to improve efficiency and minimize waste. 2
DSV Solutions General Manager, Operations Feb 2022 – Aug 2022
• Managed the startup of a new facility and customer onboarding, ensuring seamless operational launch.
• Oversaw startup costs and operational requirements for the new customer, staying within budget.
• Managed all hiring and position protocols for the new building, building a high- performing team.
• Collaborated on the design of the WMS system to meet specific customer requirements.
Amware Multi Channel Logistics General Manager, Operations June 2018 – Jan 2022
• Revitalized warehouse operations within three months, increasing gross profit (GP) levels by 18% and achieving a record 27% margin.
• Systematically reduced costs by 22.4% through vendor negotiations and strategic sourcing.
• Served as a model facility within the Amware system, demonstrating best practices.
• Managed a $400K facility refurbishment project while maintaining ongoing operations in a 300,000 sq. ft. facility.
• Managed facility budget, P&L, planning, cost-saving initiatives, and employee relations.
• Designed and Implemented weekly/monthly KPI performance tracking, demand planning, and warehouse space utilization, achieving 98.5% on-time performance and 98% inventory accuracy year over year.
• Overhauled company-wide SOP manuals to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
• Streamlined reporting processes for strategic planning, providing key insights to leadership.
• Established and implemented lean logistics methodologies for process improvement.
• Oversaw new racking design, refurbishment, and equipment purchases. 3
• Cultivated strong relationships with existing and new customers, exceeding sales and margin objectives.
• Developed and coached senior team members and leaders to drive change and operational efficiency.
• Dual-managed a sister fulfillment facility, demonstrating leadership versatility. Westside Community Market Vice President, Operations/Sales Dec 2017 – June 2018
• Designed and built a new cold storage warehouse operation, including fresh and frozen storage and handling.
• Developed all SOP manuals and secured certifications with USDA, FDA, and the GA Department of Agriculture.
• Designed all operational aspects, incorporating lean logistics methodologies.
• Oversaw new racking design, refurbishment, and equipment purchases.
• Built an initial client base of 12 active and profitable customers within six months. Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center Manager, Warehousing and Logistics Sept 2013 – Aug 2017
• Designed and built a new warehouse operation with over 1,600 SKUs for hospital supplies.
• Redesigned PAR levels for lean logistics, maintaining a 98% fill rate.
• Administered and managed contracts and purchasing agreements with over 150 vendors.
• Implemented key performance metrics for cost reduction, resulting in a 42% decrease in stocked supplies.
Education
• Clayton State University BS, Business Administration 1991-1994
• Dale Carnegie Management School Sales and Management Program Graduate 1995-1996
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Certifications & Training
• Lean Six Sigma Champion 2008
• IASSA Six Sigma Green Belt
Key Skills
• Stratigical Lean Results: Lead teams from 0 lean methodologies to successful 5S and lean successful team results.
• Finanical Impacts: Solitified team initiatives with sales and operations teams ensuring viability for success.
• Quantifiable Results: Proven track record of systematic and quantified real numbers, remainin on or below costs budgets
• Customer Satisfaction: Result driven relationships with satisfied customers for all sales and operational needs. Lead and trained entire teams for focused driven results with customers.
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